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Israeli Minister's Threat Sparks Fear for Barghouti's Family

8/15/2025

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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir threatened Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti during a prison visit, causing safety concerns for Barghouti's family.
The Palestinian Authority condemned Ben-Gvir's actions as acts of psychological and physical terrorism.
Barghouti, who is serving multiple life sentences, is a prominent figure in the Palestinian Authority.

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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir threatened Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti during a prison visit, causing safety concerns for Barghouti's family.
The Palestinian Authority condemned Ben-Gvir's actions as acts of psychological and physical terrorism.
Barghouti, who is serving multiple life sentences, is a prominent figure in the Palestinian Authority.